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The Clinical Research Fellow will be part of the rheumatology research team, working alongside King's College London colleagues in the Centre for Rheumatic Disease Clinical Trials Group. The team facilitates the delivery of a range of commercial, non‑commercial, and academic studies undertaken by clinicians within the Rheumatology Department. The focus of the clinical research is on rheumatic disease and includes the evaluation of current treatments, practices, and the efficacy of new treatments.

PLEASE NOTE this post will be closed once sufficient applications have been received.

The post holder will be responsible for clinical oversight with a particular focus on clinical care and patient safety, supported by the lead investigators and more senior clinical research fellow colleagues. They will assist with data management and will undertake analyses of data collected and reporting of results. They should have a basic understanding of statistical methods to support accurate interpretation and reporting.

The Trust provides a full range of local and specialist services across its five sites. Our strategy of Strong Roots, Global Reach is guided by a vision to be bold, brilliant, and outstanding, with a focus on sustainability, digital enablement, and inclusiveness.

Date posted: 18 December 2025
Pay scheme: Hospital medical and dental staff
Grade: Doctor – other
Salary: £73,992 a year plus London allowance
Contract: Fixed term
Duration: 8 months
Working pattern: Full‑time
Reference number: 213‑CORP‑7671011
Job location: Kings College Hospital – Denmark Hill, London SE5 9RJ

• Act as sub‑investigator and provide medical cover as part of a multidisciplinary team for commercial and non‑commercial clinical research studies, delivering those studies safely, on time, and to target while complying with regulatory requirements.
• Engage with all aspects of the development and conduct of research studies, advising on planned clinical research activity and recruiting and following up participants on active trials, ensuring all activity complies with Good Clinical Practice.
• Maintain accurate records (paper and electronic) as required by regulatory authorities, sponsors and local policies.
• Work with King's College London departmental Clinical Studies Manager and Trials coordinator, and trust‑employed Clinical Research support staff to ensure delivery of both commercial and non‑commercial study portfolio targets.
• Support data analysis and dissemination of findings.

Essential

• MBBS or equivalent medical degree
• Full GMC registration
• Rheumatology Specialty Certificate Examination
• MRCP
• Previous publications and presentations at conferences
• Previous NHS and rheumatology experience
• Understanding of statistical methods for data interpretation
• Use of statistical programmes such as STATA and R

Desirable

• Good Clinical Practice Training
• Previous clinical trial experience
• Knowledge of electronic data capture systems such as Medidata and MACRO

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and requires disclosure to the Disclosure and Barring Service to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Applications from individuals requiring current Skilled Worker sponsorship are welcome and will be considered alongside other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website.